Medical Social Consultant (Licensed Behavioral Health Provider)

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Posted: 05-Mar-24

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Healthcare Administration

Internal Number: 5077195

Medical Social Consultant (Licensed Behavioral Health Provider)
Medical Social Consultant (Licensed Behavioral Health Provider)
Hiring Department: College of Medicine, CHECK Program
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1018463
Posting Close Date: March 11, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Description:
Provides therapy and other behavioral health interventions to program and Department of Pediatrics participants and families as assigned. This includes participants of varying ages and socioeconomic statuses. Assists with, and provides services, for other related business as needed focused around care coordination and service delivery for families with medical, developmental, and behavioral health needs. As needed, supports staff through patient crisis; provides clinical supervision to social work student interns, as needed, and assists with meeting overall programmatic goals around behavioral health.
Duties & Responsibilities:

Provides assessment screening and intervention within the scope of training and in accordance with program and departmental policies and procedures.

Identifies needed and available resources for meeting social and emotional needs and provides to patients, as needed, with the goal of encouraging in engagement in appropriate services.

Documents patient related activities and makes reports as required. This includes timely completion of documentation required for compliance and billing.

Responds to patient related crisis, within scope of training, and appropriately engages leadership and other team members to provide support.

Participates in plans for cooperation with local health, welfare, and community agencies for more effective services to the total patient group.

Provides services through other CHECK initiatives, as needed. Services focus around care coordination and patient engagement for varying ages (children and adults).

Participates in and develops orientation courses, staff development programs, and training of program staff and students, as needed.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area.

Current State of Illinois Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

Demonstrated experience with providing behavioral health interventions in a medical or clinic setting.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve close to 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the city's educational, technological and cultural fabric.
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